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Richard P. Baker, 79, of Wever died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, at his home surrounded by family.
Born Nov. 7, 1945, in Knox County, Missouri, he was the son of Lorraine H. and Naomi L. Luke Baker. On November 30, 1964, he married Jeanne S. Boyle in Danville, IA.
He graduated from Burlington High School in 1963.
Richard retired after 50 years working for the Millwright Local Union 2158.
He was a hard worker who loved the outdoors. The year he retired he and Jeanne went fishing every day that year. But most of all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Jeanne of Wever; son, Richard (Tammy) Baker of Fort Madison; two daughters, Dawn (Ted) Greene of Phoenix, Arizona, and Lori (Bill) Hetrick of Carman, Illinois; six grandchildren, Amanda, Brittany, Raquel, Brad, Katee, and Bailey; seven great-grandchildren, Kaleb, Dylan, Sophia, Mason, Naomi, Barrett and Bennett; one brother; and two sisters.
He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and one sister.
Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division St., where the family will receive friends.
The graveside service for Mr. Baker will be 3:10 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, at Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held in the community room at Prugh Funeral Service following the burial.
Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.
A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Richard's obituary at www.prughfuneral.com.
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